1. PhD position in Bio-inspired Sensing and AI at the Edge
Are you excited about designing hardware for artificial intelligence (AI) with the goal of solving important societal challenges? Are you a passionate, self-motivated and creative researcher who is curious about how the animal brain works? If so, then the Semiconductors and Microelectronic systems (SAM) group at TU Berlin has an exciting PhD opportunity at the interface between nanoelectronic devices, computational materials science and hardware-based AI.
We are seeking a candidate for a PhD position in Neuromorphic Sensing and AI at the Edge
The goal of this project is to develop advanced sensory and perception systems that mimic biological perception. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) at the Edge, the sensory systems will be imbued with intelligence, autonomous decision making, event-based sensing, energy-efficiency and low-latency. The project will target applications in healthcare and environmental monitoring.
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2. PhD position in Bio-inspired Neuromorphic Computing
Are you excited about designing hardware for artificial intelligence (AI) with the goal of solving important societal challenges? Are you a passionate, self-motivated and creative researcher who is curious about how the animal brain works? If so, then the Semiconductors and Microelectronic systems (SAM) group at TU Berlin has an exciting PhD opportunity at the interface between nanoelectronic devices, computational materials science and hardware-based AI.
We are seeking a candidate for a PhD position in Bio-inspired Learning and Neuromorphic Computing
The goal of this project is to design hardware that mimics biological intelligence. Here, we will design novel nanoelectronic devices (e.g. ReRAMs, magnetic Domain Wall systems, Ferroelectric FETs and 2D devices) and leverage their complex physics to realize new types of learning algorithms found in the animal brain. The project will target applications in healthcare, environmental monitoring and/or robotics.
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3. Student Research Assistantship in Quantum Sensing for Brain Scanning
Quantum sensors utilize the quantum mechanical properties of a system to detect physical variables such as electric fields, magnetic fields, etc. with unprecedented accuracy. Due to their exceptional sensitivity, spatial resolution, and accuracy, quantum sensors can have far-reaching impact in the fields of biotechnology and neuroscience. Quantum sensors can help obtain high-resolution, non-invasive scans of the living brain in previously inaccessible detail, potentially leading to fundamental breakthroughs in neuroscience and helping develop effective treatments for neurological and psychological diseases. This project aims to help realize this transformative potential of quantum sensing for brain scanning.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Conduct computational materials design for enhanced quantum sensing (40%)
- Help design, fabricate and optimize quantum sensor devices for improved performance (40%)
- Collaborate with an international, multi-disciplinary team to achieve our research agenda (10%)
- Contribute to high-quality publications and publicly disseminate research results (10%)
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4. Student Research Assistantship in Computational Design of Novel Materials
The discovery and design of new materials has been the basis for groundbreaking new technologies ranging from computers and cell phones to aeroplanes and biomedical devices. This project will focus on utilizing quantum mechanical software like density functional theory to design novel functional materials for applications in next-generation information technology.
Of particular interest are (i) bio-inspired materials for applications in hardware for artificial intelligence (AI), and (ii) quantum materials that show interesting physical properties.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Conduct computational design of bio-inspired materials and hardware for artificial intelligence (40%)
- Conduct computational design of novel quantum materials (40%)
- Collaborate with an international, multi-disciplinary team to achieve our research agenda (10%)
- Contribute to high-quality publications and publicly disseminate research results (10%)
For more details, please see the following link.
WHAT WE OFFER
- These positions offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that promise significant impact.
- The selected students will benefit from working in a young, energetic, growing, highly motivated and international team with a cordial and supportive culture.
- They will also get the opportunity conduct parts of the project at the University of California, Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA.
- In addition, the students will benefit from close collaborations with world-renowned research groups at Fraunhofer Society, Germany, TU Delft, Netherlands, Institute of Neuroinformatics, Zurich, EPFL, Lausanne, and UC Berkeley, USA.